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Steve Jobs (Part 1)

How to Take Over the World

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The Persuasive Prankster with a Passion for Humanities and Technology

Steve Jobs had a talent for persuasion and mischief since childhood, as seen in an incident where he convinced another kid to give him their Hawaiian shirt, making him stand out in a photo. He enjoyed setting up pranks like a fake 'bring your pet to school day,' causing pandemonium. Despite his mischievous side, he was exceptionally bright and excelled in both humanities and technology. School administrators considered skipping him two grades due to his intelligence, but his parents decided against it to avoid social isolation, leading him to skip only one grade. Jobs was passionate about humanities, particularly literature, yet also had a keen interest in electronics from an early age.

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